This charming set of four vintage Bordallo Pinheiro majolica plates showcases the brand’s signature botanical artistry and dimensional ceramic craftsmanship. Finished in a soft dusty rose pink glaze, each plate features raised floral clusters with leaves and delicate botanical textures that wrap around the scalloped rim.
The plates display heavy characteristic crazing (crackle pattern) across the glaze surface — a natural aging effect often seen in vintage majolica pottery that adds character and authenticity. The sculpted flowers and dotted decorative border give the plates depth and a lovely cottage-garden aesthetic.
These plates are vintage ceramic majolica pieces made in Portugal and are perfect for decorative display, themed table settings, or collectors of Bordallo Pinheiro pottery.
Set includes:
4 plates
Condition: Vintage with Characteristically Heavily noticeable glaze crazing & Crackeling consistent with age.
Portuguese ceramic artist Rafael Bordallo Pinheiro founded the Bordallo Pinheiro pottery factory in 1884 in Caldas da Rainha, Portugal. The company quickly became famous for whimsical and highly detailed majolica ceramics inspired by nature.
Their pieces often feature vegetables, fruits, leaves, flowers, frogs, and garden themes, reflecting Portugal’s agricultural heritage. Bordallo Pinheiro ceramics gained international recognition in the 20th century and became especially popular in the 1970s–1990s cottage and garden décor trend.
Collectors today appreciate these pieces for their handcrafted relief details, vibrant glazes, and naturalistic motifs, which make them stand out from traditional flat-decorated dinnerware.
Brand: Bordallo Pinheiro
Material: Majolica Ceramic
Origin: Portugal
Era: 1980s
Style: Botanical Majolica
Pattern: Floral Relief
Finish: Gloss Glaze with Crazing
Dishwasher Safe: Hand wash recommended
